On Jan 1, Year 1, White Co grants its three top employees, Mr. Blue, Ms. Orange, and Mrs. Green, 3,000 options each to purchase its $10-par common stock. Each option allows the purchase of 10 shares at $25 per share during Years 3 and 4. In order for these options to be exercisable, each of the top employees must demonstrate a high level of performance during years 1 and 2. The fair market value of these options was $90,000. At that grant date, Mr. Blue declined the offer. How much will White record for compensation expense each year for years 1 and 2?

On Jan 1, Year 1, White Co grants its three top employees, Mr. Blue, Ms. Orange, and Mrs. Green, 3,000 options each to purchase its $10-par common stock. Each option allows the purchase of 10 shares at $25 per share during Years 3 and 4. In order for these options to be exercisable, each of the top employees must demonstrate a high level of performance during years 1 and 2. The fair market value of these options was $90,000. At that grant date, Mr. Blue declined the offer. How much will White record for compensation expense each year for years 1 and 2?

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Problem 8RE: On January 2, 2019, Brust Corporation grants its new CFO 2,000 restricted share units. Each of the...

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